Associate Scientist

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YOUR ROLE:

As Associate Scientist you will be part of the Process Solutions Services team that designs and delivers Viral Clearance validation studies for biopharmaceutical companies across the APAC region. In this role you will conduct a variety of tasks to support GLP/ GMP operations, perform cell culture and virus titration assays, and maintain the testing laboratories and equipment in the validated state. You will carry out client studies with appropriate regulatory compliance under the oversight of the Study Director and work side-by-side with onsite clients, independently performing client activities and viral inactivations as required. As part of your daily responsibilities you will also initiate and support investigations, lead lab improvement projects, and generate SOP’s as required. The Associate Scientist will work closely with the scientists and laboratory personnel to execute client studies on time and right first time.

Brief role description:

Works within the Viral Clearance laboratories following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and relevant compliance regulations

Performs cell culture and virus titration assays to ensure routine studies are completed on time

Performs investigations, handles deviations and owns CAPAs and change controls at site level

May perform lab-scale chromatographic processes and virus filtrations as required

Coaches and trains junior team members on lab procedures and systems

Carries out housekeeping, performs environmental monitoring activities and maintains stock control in the laboratory as required

Ensures a safe and healthy work environment at all times by not only complying with but actively embracing health and safety policies and procedures, ensuring the safety of yourself and others within the workplace

Ensures equipment is maintained in the validated state and works with facility department to ensure timely implementation of periodic maintenance and calibration.

Adheres to SOPs and protocols, and ensures compliance to site policies and regulations

Problem solving and drive

Can learn new skills and knowledge quickly

Uses logic to solve problems with effective solutions

Enjoys working hard; is action-oriented and determined to provide best-in-class service

Pursues everything with energy, drive and the need to finish, especially in the face of resistance or setbacks

Personal and interpersonal skills

Relates well to all kinds of people in the organization, builds constructive and effective relationships using diplomacy and tact

Is seen as a team player, cooperative and encourages collaboration

Is customer oriented and able to relate with clients from different cultures

The ability to maintain effective working relationships with scientists and other lab personnel will be critical for success in the role

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